🦩 cpp-high-performance-boids - Simulate Agents with High Performance

🚀 Getting Started

Welcome to cpp-high-performance-boids! This application lets you run an efficient simulation of multiple agents using advanced technologies in Modern C++. The software focuses on high performance, allowing you to experience smooth and responsive agent dynamics.

📥 Download the Latest Release

To get started, you can download the application from our Releases page. Click the link below to visit:

Download the cpp-high-performance-boids

💻 System Requirements

Before downloading, check if your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System: Windows 10 or newer, macOS 10.14 or newer, or a recent version of Linux.
• RAM: At least 4 GB of RAM is recommended.
• Processor: A multi-core processor is recommended for best performance.
• Graphics Card: A graphics card with OpenGL support is required.

🔧 Features

cpp-high-performance-boids comes with several robust features:

• Quadtree Spatial Partitioning: This helps optimize the performance of simulations, allowing more agents to move without slowing down.
• TBB-Backed Concurrency: Take full advantage of your multi-core processor for smoother simulation experiences.
• Vertex Batching: This technique reduces the number of draw calls, speeding up rendering considerably.
• Benchmarked Performance: Experience simulations with up to 10,000 agents running at over 400 frames per second.

📥 Download & Install

To download and run the software:

1. Visit the Releases page.
2. Find the latest version labeled "Latest Release".
3. Click on the appropriate file for your operating system (e.g., .exe for Windows, .app for macOS, or binaries for Linux).
4. Once downloaded, follow these steps:
   • Windows: Double-click the .exe file to run the simulation.
   • macOS: Drag the application to your Applications folder, then double-click to launch it.
   • Linux: Extract the downloaded file, navigate to the directory in the terminal, and run the command: ./your_application_name.

🎓 Usage Guide

After launching the application, you will see a window where agents move and interact based on the implemented algorithms.

Control the Simulation

• Start/Pause: Use the 'Start' button to begin or pause the simulation.
• Settings: Adjust settings for agent speed, number of agents, and other parameters in the 'Settings' menu.
• Visuals: You can switch between different views to better observe agent behavior.

🔗 Topics Covered

This project incorporates several advanced topics, making it relevant for those interested in simulation, high performance applications, and systems engineering. Key topics include:

• CMake: Used for efficient project management and build processes.
• C++17/20: Harness modern features of C++ for better performance and readability.
• Data-Oriented Design: Focuses on how data is structured and accessed for optimal performance.
• Multithreading & Optimization: Ensures smooth performance by efficiently utilizing system resources.

📚 Support

If you have questions or encounter issues while using the software, please check the Issues section on GitHub. We encourage users to report any bugs. You can also suggest features to improve the application.

📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. You can freely use and distribute the code while giving credit to the original authors.

🗂️ Acknowledgements

Thanks to the community and contributors who helped make cpp-high-performance-boids possible. Your support and input help us improve and expand the application.

For any further assistance, feel free to reach out via the GitHub repository. Happy simulating!